2001 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 2004 Seat Altea
To start off, 2004 Seat Altea is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 2,606 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Seat Altea. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Seat Altea. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Seat Altea. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | 2004 Seat Altea | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | ML | Altea |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
